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Doctors Debunk Viral Claim on Protein Intake and Intelligence

Doctors Debunk Viral Claim on Protein Intake and Intelligence

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THE BRIEF
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Medical experts have refuted social media claims that high protein intake causes cognitive decline or 'makes you dumb', labeling the assertion as scientifically unsupported.

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Oncologists emphasize that cancer risk is influenced by complex factors like genetics, lifestyle, and tobacco use, rather than protein consumption alone.

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Health professionals advise focusing on whole-food protein sources like lentils, eggs, and fish while limiting processed meats, which the WHO classifies as carcinogenic.